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WN55 DCZ

2005 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

242,361 mi
Last recorded242,361 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN55 DCZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2024 242,361 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 236,842 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Flexi-plpe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front brake caliper retaining clip incorrectly fitted

Fail 11 Jan 2023 236,838 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Flexi-plpe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front brake caliper retaining clip incorrectly fitted

Pass 12 Jan 2022 232,178 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 11 Jan 2022 232,178 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 225,768 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 4 Jan 2020 221,616 miles

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Dec 2018 214,500 miles

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Dec 2017 206,913 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides (4.1.E.1)

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Dec 2016 200,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre perished

Nearside Rear Tyre perished

Underneath trays fitted at test

Pass 31 Dec 2015 192,950 miles

Nearside Rear Has childseat fitted to adult seat belt not allowing full inspection

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 14 Nov 2014 185,087 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2013 179,561 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Nov 2012 171,083 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Sill covers fitted nearside & offside, unable to fully test outer sills.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Nov 2012 171,083 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Sill covers fitted nearside & offside, unable to fully test outer sills.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2012 154,021 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 153,830 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 130,905 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 108,883 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 108,883 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 86,263 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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WN55 DCZ is a 2005 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2005 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 112,763 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WN55 DCZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WN55 DCZ registered?

WN55 DCZ is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is WN55 DCZ safe to buy?

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